Man shoot at nothing, sure to hit it.

A gentleman can withstand hardships; it is only the small man who, when submitted to them, is swept off his feet.

To know it is not as good as to love it, and to love it is not as good as to take delight in it.

I used to take on trust a man's deeds after having listened to his words. Now having listened to a man's words I go on to observe his deeds.

A man who lacks reliability is utterly useless.

Whatever heaven ordains is best.

Desire to have things done quickly prevents their being done thoroughly.